Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ1000

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FZ1000, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the G9 (Four Thirds) and FZ1000 (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 was released 3 years later than the FZ1000 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G9 scores versus the FZ1000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 features physical measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 has specifications of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 and the FZ1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and FZ1000 is 62 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and FZ1000.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The G9 provides the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The fresher G9 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.